ADHD & Sleep Disorders The Controversial Connection
Submitted by Todd Gray, DDS, D.ASBA, Koala Center for Sleep Disorders As the school year starts to wind down, parents may be concerned that some of the learning and behavior issues that were noticed in the beginning of the year still haven’t been resolved. One of the most controversial topics that comes up frequently is […]
Are You Making a Living or Making a Life?
In today’s world, it’s easy to lose sight of the wisdom in those words. There are expectations, after all. Our parents have invested a lot of time and money in us. Wouldn’t want to disappoint them! We have mortgages to pay and families to support. Can’t let them down! Someday, we want to retire. Best […]
What Is Lymphedema?
By Peg Zimmerman RN, OCN at the Community Cancer Center The National Lymphedema Network defines lymphedema as an abnormal collection of high-protein fluid just beneath the skin. This swelling, or edema, occurs most commonly in the arm or leg, but it also may occur in other parts of the body, including the breast or trunk, […]
Spice Up your Pet’s Health with Variety, Variety, Variety!
By Sally Krostal, Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash and Health Food Store When it comes to your pet’s diet, variety could be the single most important factor to consider. Pet food companies have perpetuated the myth that you should choose a food and never change! Every time you do change, you need to do it […]
Venous Disease 101
Submitted by Drs. Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, and Wright, The Vein Specialists, LLC Venous disease can range from cosmetic issues to potentially life-threatening conditions. Varicose and spider veins are some of the most common symptoms of venous disease. At one time, these and other vein conditions were treated mainly using surgery. However, there are now many […]
Fragility Fractures: Not Just Clumsiness
Submitted by Elizabeth Madlem, APN, The Bone Health Clinic at Millennium Pain Center One in two women over the age of 50 will suffer a fracture caused by osteoporosis in her remaining lifetime. Despite its prevalence, there are many myths and misconceptions about this “silent” disease. These myths may be a reason why osteoporosis is […]
New Prevention Program Could Reduce People’s Risk of Developing Diabetes
Submitted by OSF HealthCare Saint James — John W. Albrecht Medical Center One in three adult Americans — that’s 86 million people — have prediabetes and most of them don’t know it. Having prediabetes means your blood glucose level is higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. This raises your […]
Redesigning Your Midsection
By Laura C. Randolph, MD, Twin City Plastic Surgery Sometimes all of the exercising and dieting in the world cannot get rid of the midsection that results from a lifetime of weight fluctuations or pregnancy. The body changes that a woman will experience to her midsection with one pregnancy, let alone multiple pregnancies, can lead […]
Cancer Care Gets Personal How Tumor Treatments Are Changing
Submitted by Mid-Illinois Hematology & Oncology LTD Last year, more than 1.7 million people were diagnosed with cancer in the United States. Cancer can be difficult to treat because each tumor is unique. Scientists are now gaining a better understanding of the changes that lead to cancer — and figuring out how to target them […]
Colorectal Cancer 80 Percent by 2018 and Beyond
By Becky Powell MS, RN, AOCN, Health Educator at the Community Cancer Center Last year, the Community Cancer Center reported on the 80 percent by 2018 Colon Cancer initiative. Since March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, we thought it would be a good time to provide an update on the success of this project. The […]